Holidays/2 recipes

Four ways to shape holiday butter cookie dough: cutouts with egg paint, spritz cookies, chocolate caramel marbles, and coconut macaroon wreaths. One dough, endless options.

This easy make-ahead cocktail sausage recipe combines BBQ sauce's smoky, tangy flavors with the sweet, tart taste of cranberry sauce for a delightful burst of seasonal flavors.

A delicious blend of crunchy cereal, salty peanuts, and sweet candy-coated chocolate pieces blanketed in a buttery, peanut butter-enriched coating. This snack mix is perfect for any occasion you have guests to entertain; everyone will enjoy it. The recipe can be easily made in the oven or microwave and is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Try this crockpot rendition of hot cocoa that is perfect for a large group of people!

No-bake walnut chocolate rum balls rolled in cocoa powder. Made with grated milk chocolate, chopped walnuts, powdered sugar, and real rum. A rich holiday candy ready in 15 minutes, makes 2 1/2 dozen.

This colorful chutney is a wonderful rendition, particularly during the holiday season. You can store the finished product in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. Many thanks to AquaExerciser friend, Lorelyn, for sharing this delicious concoction!!

Creamy white chocolate fudge studded with toasted almonds takes just 4 ingredients and 2 hours to set for elegant holiday gifts or quick party treats.

Traditional steamed cranberry pudding with suet, breadcrumbs and brown sugar. Dense, moist old-fashioned holiday dessert steamed for 2 hours.

Russian Jewish cabbage rolls (holishkes) stuff softened cabbage with seasoned ground beef and simmer 2 hours in a sweet-sour tomato-lemon sauce with caramelized sugar. Holiday tradition in one pot.

Jeweled candied fruitcake loaded with dates, candied pineapple, whole cherries, and 2 lbs of pecan halves. More fruit and nuts than batter. A stunning holiday gift cake.

Italian-style stuffing loaded with creamy ricotta, salty pancetta, toasted walnuts, and three cheeses. Make it up to 2 days ahead for stress-free holiday prep.

No-bake chocolate cream cheese candies studded with miniature marshmallows and rolled in shredded coconut. Retro confection ready in 2 hours for holiday platters.

No-bake chocolate truffles shaped like tiny mice with almond ears, dragee eyes, and licorice tails. A fun holiday treat kids love to make and eat. Makes 2 dozen.

Dense fruitcake layered with applesauce batter, citron, and nuts. Molasses and warm spices add depth. This slow-baked cake takes 2 hours at low heat for proper moisture and texture. A holiday classic.

Lighter cranberry apple cookies made with egg whites and skim milk, loaded with fresh fruit, cinnamon, and orange zest. A guilt-free holiday cookie that yields 2 dozen.

Two-layer fudge with a creamy peanut butter chip bottom and rich chocolate chip top, made with marshmallow creme for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. A holiday candy classic that yields 2 pounds of treats.